Ghost Violent Road Rage 9.8 UC 2018
2018 Road
Estimate price |
4,303$
Weight | 8 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Force -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 1 × 11 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
XS
156cm - 166cm
SM
163cm - 174cm
MD
171cm - 182cm
LG
179cm - 189cm
XL
185cm - 195cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
ROAD RAGE UC
Suspension Fork
GHOST LC Rigid
Rear Shock
-
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM Force 11-S
Front Derailleur
-
Cassette
SRAM PG 1170 11-36
Crank
SRAM Force X-Sync 38T
Wheels
Rims
Syntace W21R Disc 24 12x100 Wheelset
Tires
WTB Cross Wolf TCS 700x32c Light/Fast
Brakes
Brakes
SRAM Force 2/2 Piston 160/140 mm Disc
Cockpit
Stem
Syntace Force 109 Dia. 31.8 mm
Handlebar
Syntace Racelite CDR 7075 440 mm Dia. 31.8 mm
Headset
HS0004
Seat
Saddle
Fizik Antares R7
Seatpost
Syntace P6 Carbon 31.6 mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.48 mm | 1.47 mm | 1.46 mm | 1.47 mm | 1.46 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 294 mm | 294 mm | 296 mm | 296 mm | 296 mm |
| Front Center | 588 mm | 601 mm | 610 mm | 623 mm | 635 mm |
| Rake | 52 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm | 52 mm |
| Trail | 72 mm | 69 mm | 66 mm | 63 mm | 59 mm |
| Stack | 521 mm | 538 mm | 548 mm | 567 mm | 583 mm |
| Reach | 353 mm | 365 mm | 375 mm | 387 mm | 398 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 499 mm | 519 mm | 539 mm | 562 mm | 584 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74.5 ° | 74 ° | 73.5 ° | 73 ° | 72.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 445 mm | 465 mm | 482.5 mm | 505 mm | 530 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70 ° | 70.5 ° | 71 ° | 71.5 ° | 72 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 120 mm | 135 mm | 150 mm | 165 mm | 180 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 414 mm | 414 mm | 416 mm | 419 mm | 421 mm |
| Wheelbase | 996 mm | 1009 mm | 1021 mm | 1037 mm | 1051 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 55 mm | 55 mm | 52 mm | 52 mm | 52 mm |
| Standover Height | 740 mm | 758 mm | 776 mm | 796 mm | 821 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
| Rider Min Height | 156 cm | 163 cm | 171 cm | 179 cm | 185 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 166 cm | 174 cm | 182 cm | 189 cm | 195 cm |
About this model
Violent Road Rage 9.8 UC completes the Ghost Violent model. Ghost released 3 bikes variations of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Ghost Violent bikes models from 2018, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Ghost Violent Road Rage 5.8 LC 2018 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 2441$. On the other hand, Ghost Violent Road Rage 9.8 UC 2018, is the most expensive and costs 3928$.
Safety
Your safety is a top priority so always wear a helmet when you ride your bike. Moreover, wear the right clothing. You want to be visible to other drivers, so avoid wearing dark clothing.
Average price for Gravel bikes
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Gravel bike that is reliable is 2462$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Gravel bike. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
This bike was released in 2018 and its price was 3928$. If we compare this with the average Gravel bike cost we notice that the price is 59.55% higher.
Average weight for Gravel bikes
Gravel bikes have an average weight of 8.13 kg (17.92 lbs). An easier bike will give you a big advantage in climbs. However, a heavier bike can gain speed when you descend.
With a weight of 8 kg (17.64 lbs), Ghost bike is slightly lighter than average. In short, the average Gravel bike weight is 1.63% higher than this one.
Overview of components
Fork material
The fork is made out of carbon, so, it’s a great addition to the bike’s value. However, carbon forks should be regularly inspected for damage because even the smallest crack could cause the fork to fall apart.
Wheels size
When leaving the production line, the Violent Road Rage 9.8 UC model has 700c aluminum wheels. These are the most popular wheels for road, aero, gravel, cyclocross, race, and gravel bikes. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Ghost Violent Road Rage 9.8 UC has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Sizes
There are 5 sizes available for this model. Rider height can be anywhere between 156 cm – 195 cm (5.12 ft – 6.4 ft). In conclusion, you won’t have a problem finding one that suits you.